Get your art, science, culture or history fix at one of these monumental museums.

Bronwyn Sell takes the family on a wild Sydney safari.

In parts of eastern Europe, the memory of communist rule is still fresh, writes Sisi Tang.

The best concerts leave memories, mosh scars and minor hearing loss, says Chris Schulz.

Paul Abercrombie gets to grips with Venice's watery warrens during a once-in-a-lifetime rowing lesson.

Wildlife viewing in an open vehicle on a private African game reserve is an emotional experience, writes Paul Rush.

Veronique Dupont finds a veritable treasure trove of contemporary art in the desert city of Marfa.

Sophisticated cuisine and quaint forest accommodation enthral Paul Davies on Tamborine Mountain.

Being forced to pay a gratuity to serving staff seems unnatural for New Zealand travellers, writes Rod Pascoe.

Scott Kara finds Mana Island's sand, sun and snorkelling irresistibly relaxing.

Winston Aldworth flies EK412 from the United Arab Emirates to New Zealand.

Paul Davies takes a look at the Gold Coast's international dining options.

Megan Singleton finds turbulence soothing in a rocking-the-pram kind of way, but for those who feel differently, here are her tips on getting through a bumpy flight.

Head to one of these coastal, desert or mountain spots and watch the sun sink over the horizon.

The food on Hawaii's island of Oahu sends Heather McCracken into raptures.

New Zealand has a rival for the world's most breathtaking landscapes, writes Hayden Donnell, after taking in the view from Mt Annupuri during a skiing trip to the resort of Niseko on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido.

Justine Tyerman takes a 'virtual' hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia.

On a three-day Dubai stopover, James Hacon looks past the city's shiny veneer to discover some local secrets.

Jane Luscombe reacquaints herself with some old haunts.

Britt Basel makes good on a long-held promise to visit Sturgis' annual motorcycle rally with her father.

Helen van Berkel senses the suffering of the prisoners of war who died to build the Death Railway.

Follow these tips to arrive at your destination feeling fresh as a daisy.

Stop for a bite at one of these celebrity-owned venues next time you're Stateside.

Head over heels for NSW waves, Duncan Gillies feels the fear but does it anyway.

The US' Pacific Northwest lights up in ardour for medicinal weed, writes Sam Wetherell.

Herald editorial cartoonist Rod Emmerson travels the Greek Isles and Turkish coast on a seven-night cruise aboard the luxurious Azamara Journey.

Hugh Biggar goes in search of exotic and elusive wildlife in Indonesia.

Diana Clement takes a decadent tour of Sydney's chocolate cafes.

Chris Wiltshire feasts until he can feast no more in the region known as the bread basket of Italy.

Winston Aldworth spends a few days enjoying beautiful Aitutaki - and wondering why Captain Bligh ever left...